NFTY is a movement that builds strong, welcoming, inspired communities through teen-powered engagement. Together, we pursue tikkun olam, personal growth, youth empowerment, and deep connections, all rooted in Reform Judaism. NFTY’s Garden Empire Region includes central and northern New Jersey and the West Hudson Valley of New York (Rockland and Orange counties).

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Going to your first NFTY-GER high school event may be scary for some people, especially if you haven’t gone to a weekend long event in middle school. This is why the NFTY 6th and 7th grade event is crucial. This event can make or break your NFTY-GER experience.

I knew I first wanted to take on a position of leadership in NFTY-GER when I participated in a program so incredible and meaningful, yet fell flat in my group. I could tell the program leaders had good intent when writing the program, that the content was there, yet the